Florida’s Attorney General Ashley Moody is set to take on a new role as U.S. Senator, bringing a strong conservative agenda to Washington.
At a Glance
- Ashley Moody, 49, chosen to replace Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate
- Moody to focus on inflation, border security, and conservative judicial appointments
- Supports auditing the Federal Reserve and reducing government spending
- Pledges to uphold President Trump’s agenda and DeSantis’s leadership style
- Will serve until a special election in 2026
A New Chapter in Florida Politics
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that Ashley Moody, the current Florida Attorney General, will replace Marco Rubio in the U.S. Senate. This move comes as Rubio is expected to resign his Senate seat to assume the role of Secretary of State in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration. Moody, at 49, brings a wealth of political and legal experience to her new role, where she will serve until a special election in 2026.
Moody’s appointment marks a significant moment in Florida’s political landscape. First elected as Florida’s Attorney General in 2019 and reelected in 2022 with a strong voter mandate, she has established herself as a formidable conservative voice. Her background includes service as an assistant U.S. attorney and a circuit court judge, providing her with a robust legal foundation for her new senatorial duties.
Tackling Inflation and Government Spending
As Moody prepares to step onto the national stage, she has outlined a clear agenda focused on addressing key conservative priorities. At the forefront of her concerns is the issue of inflation, which she plans to confront head-on. Moody has called for an audit of the Federal Reserve, a move that aligns with conservative skepticism of the central bank’s policies and their impact on the economy.
In addition to her focus on monetary policy, Moody has emphasized the importance of fiscal responsibility. She opposes excessive government spending, pledging to work towards reducing the federal budget and achieving greater fiscal discipline in Washington. This stance resonates with conservative voters who have long criticized what they see as runaway government expenditures.
Strengthening Border Security
Border security is another key pillar of Moody’s senatorial agenda. She has committed to bolstering efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border and to remove individuals who enter the country illegally. This position aligns closely with the immigration policies championed by both President-elect Trump and Governor DeSantis, who famously called to “Make Illegal Immigration Illegal Again.”
Upholding Conservative Judicial Philosophy
As a former judge herself, Moody understands the critical importance of the federal judiciary in shaping the nation’s legal landscape. She has emphasized the need to confirm judges who share the conservative judicial philosophy exemplified by Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito.
Moody’s appointment to the Senate comes at a crucial time for conservatives, as they seek to maintain and expand their influence in the federal government. As the second woman to represent Florida in the Senate, she brings both diversity and a strong conservative track record to her new role. Her tenure as Attorney General, during which she prioritized issues such as law enforcement support, combating the opioid epidemic, and fighting human trafficking, provides a solid foundation for her upcoming senatorial responsibilities.
